Ultrastrength Gas Relief Capsule
NDC Package 51316-621-76

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Table of Contents
    1. Package Information
    2. Frequently Asked Questions

Package Information

Ultrastrength Gas Relief (simethicone soft gelatin capsules) capsules is a medication used as a moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations (e.g., diaper rash, skin burns from radiation therapy). This formulation utilizes a capsule delivery system. Marketed by Cvs Pharmacy, Inc, this product is identified by NDC 51316-621 and is authorized under FDA application M002.

Identification & Billing

NDC Package Code
51316-621-76
Package Description
5 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 10 CAPSULE in 1 BLISTER PACK
Product Code
51316-621
11-Digit Billing Format
51316062176
RxNorm Crosswalk

Clinical Specifications

Proprietary Name
Ultrastrength Gas Relief
Non-Proprietary Name
Simethicone Soft Gelatin Capsules
Substance Name
Dimethicone
Dosage Form
Capsule - A solid oral dosage form consisting of a shell and a filling. The shell is composed of a single sealed enclosure, or two halves that fit together and which are sometimes sealed with a band. Capsule shells may be made from gelatin, starch, or cellulose, or other suitable materials, may be soft or hard, and are filled with solid or liquid ingredients that can be poured or squeezed.
Administration Route
Oral - Administration to or by way of the mouth.
Active Ingredient(s)
DIMETHICONE 180 mg/1
Pharmacologic Class
Skin Barrier Activity - [PE] (Physiologic Effect)
Usage Information
This medication is used as a moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations (e.g., diaper rash, skin burns from radiation therapy). Emollients are substances that soften and moisturize the skin and decrease itching and flaking. Some products (e.g., zinc oxide, white petrolatum) are used mostly to protect the skin against irritation (e.g., from wetness). Dry skin is caused by a loss of water in the upper layer of the skin. Emollients/moisturizers work by forming an oily layer on the top of the skin that traps water in the skin. Petrolatum, lanolin, mineral oil and dimethicone are common emollients. Humectants, including glycerin, lecithin, and propylene glycol, draw water into the outer layer of skin. Many products also have ingredients that soften the horny substance (keratin) that holds the top layer of skin cells together (including urea, alpha hydroxy acids such as lactic/citric/glycolic acid, and allantoin). This helps the dead skin cells fall off, helps the skin keep in more water, and leaves the skin feeling smoother and softer.

Regulatory & Marketing

Labeler Name
Cvs Pharmacy, Inc
Product Type
Human Otc Drug
FDA Application #
M002
Marketing Category
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG -
Start Marketing Date
02-01-2025
Listing Expiration
12-31-2026
Exclude Flag
N
Sample Package
No

Hierarchy Structure

Code Lineage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distribution configuration for this product package?

The code 51316-621-76 identifies a specific commercial package of 5 blister pack in 1 carton / 10 capsule in 1 blister pack of Ultrastrength Gas Relief, a human over the counter drug labeled by Cvs Pharmacy, Inc. This capsule is formulated for oral use and contains dimethicone as the active substance.

Is this product currently listed with the FDA?

Yes, this product is active and verified within the NDC Directory. It was introduced to the market by Cvs Pharmacy, Inc on February 01, 2025. The current certification is valid through December 31, 2026.

What are the primary indications for this medication?

This medication is used as a moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations (e.g., diaper rash, skin burns from radiation therapy). Emollients are substances that soften and moisturize the skin and decrease itching and flaking. Some products (e.g., zinc oxide, white petrolatum) are used mostly to protect the skin against irritation (e.g., from wetness). Dry skin is caused by a loss of water in the upper layer of the skin. Emollients/moisturizers work by forming an oily layer on the top of the skin that traps water in the skin. Petrolatum, lanolin, mineral oil and dimethicone are common emollients. Humectants, including glycerin, lecithin, and propylene glycol, draw water into the outer layer of skin. Many products also have ingredients that soften the horny substance (keratin) that holds the top layer of skin cells together (including urea, alpha hydroxy acids such as lactic/citric/glycolic acid, and allantoin). This helps the dead skin cells fall off, helps the skin keep in more water, and leaves the skin feeling smoother and softer.

How is this Cvs Pharmacy, Inc product billed for insurance claims?

For medical billing and reimbursement, this package follows the 11-digit CMS format: 51316062176. The table below illustrates the segment conversion from the 10-digit labeler code to the 11-digit provider format.

11-Digit Code Conversion

Billing payers usually require a 5-4-2 segment configuration. Below is the conversion from the 10-digit package format to the 11-digit billing format:

10-Digit Format (5-3-2)
51316-621-76
11-Digit CMS (5-4-2)
51316-0621-76

Note: The zero is added to the Product segment to maintain the 5-4-2 structure.